Bubble London scores record |
 During the fourth edition of Bubble London, the kids trade show attracted 15% more visitors in comparison to its January 09 event. Over two days on 22-23 July, Bubble London showcased 150 collections (up 21% from previous season), from fifteen countries, cementing the event’s
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 Charity company Oxfam is introducing a new competition inviting the public to create their own customised garment from old clothing or recycled materials and have it judged by renowned British stylist Mrs Jones. For Oxfam DIY's new online fashion resource, entrants are invited to use
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Jackson as much a fashion as music icon |
 Amidst the stories surrounding Michael Jackson even after his death, it cannot be disputed that the iconic singer made a major contribution to fashion. As was reported in WWD, it takes a certain kind of star to turn a single sequined glove into a cultural symbol.
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High street retail figures to set tone |
 The extent of the recovery in Britain's retail arena is likely to become apparent this week when a raft of high street names including Asos and Marks & Spencer deliver numbers to the market. Marks & Spencer's embattled executive chairman, Sir Stuart Rose, is expected to unveil disappointing
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Clements Ribeiro at LFW presentation schedule |
 Besides the catwalk schedule, this London Fashion Week will see the debut of the presentation schedule. Clements Ribeiro return to London to showcase their collection in the Portico Rooms at Fashion Week’s new home Somerset House. The presentation schedule
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Recycle Now urges clothing re-use |
 Billions of pounds worth of wearable clothes and other textiles could be saved from landfill each year if we all reused more and wasted less, according to Oxfam and the Recycle Now campaign, launching this year’s Recycle Week, which runs from 22-28 June.
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June retails sales marginal |
 Retail sales fell in June for the second month in a row after a bumper April, according to the Confederation of Business Industry's (CBI) distributive trades survey released on Wednesday. The balance of retailers reporting a rise in year-on-year sales volumes remained at
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Topshop owner inks deal with X Factor creator |
 Topshop owner Sir Philip Green is planning to use celebrities created by Simon Cowell's reality television empire to promote his fashion lines. According tot The Times, Green stated he was "in discussions with the people he works with." Sources have stated the new vehicle would
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Jonathan Saunders back in town |
 This London Fashion Week will be international acclaimed fashion talent all over, including Jonathan Saunders, who will also be back in town to present his SS10 collection. The announcement by the British Fashion Council (BFC) coincides with the BFC’s 25-year celebrations.
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DazedDigital.com to launch Blog Awards |
 DazedDigital.com, the website brought to you by Dazed & Confused, is celebrating independent individuals and groups trailblazing the most innovative ideas online by announcing this year’s DazedDigital Raw Blog Awards in association with G-Star Raw.
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Harvey Nichols owner sees profits slide 75% |
 Harvey Nichols owner, the Hong Kong-listed retailer Dickson Concepts said profit for the "challenging" fiscal year to March plunged 75.6%, hit by a loss in the value of recent investment in retail stores and higher taxes, although sales continued to rise despite the global downturn.
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.jpg) Central Saint Martins graduate Nathan Jenden joined forces with Slink Jewellery and is exclusive at Kabiri. The two launched a collection of jewellery for SS09, featuring original earrings and hairpieces. The collaboration between Nathan Jenden and Slink Jewellery reveals a range
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Online retailing slowed in May |
 The growth rate of online retailing fell to its lowest level on record in May, according to the latest figures from the IMRG Capgemini e-Retail Sales Index. The index shows online sales growth of 8.2 per cent, compared to 30.9 per cent in May 2008. The slower growth is attributed to recessionary
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Aubade restructuring measurements |
 Due to sales drop at Aubade, the lingerie company is taking restructuring measurements. Aubade, a subsidiary of Calida Holding AG has submitted to its social partners a corresponding project for discussion. This includes further flexibility in the business model and simplification
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Sony and Billabong to ride the waves |
 Global entertainment and action sports will come together with the collaboration of Sony and Billabong. The two companies announced a strategic partnership in Australia to connect the market of both brands. The two companies will collaborate on a number of initiatives that
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